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New low-energy mesh standard makes Bluetooth the Internet of Thing's best friend

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Posted by Jerry Hildenbrand on 22 Jul 2017 9:00 am
Bluetooth could be the standard that turns the internet of things into something we can care about. Chances are that when you hear "Internet of things" you don't have high expectations. I feel you. Unfortunately, the real internet of things isn't as exciting as some envisioned, and the devices and software used for shipping containers or a big library just don't have a wow factor. That will...

There's been a lot of work on Bluetooth in Android O, but we haven't seen it yet

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Posted by Jerry Hildenbrand on 19 Jul 2017 4:24 pm
Tricks learned writing the software for the Pixel can hopefully make Bluetooth faster, stronger, and better. In their Reddit AMA (Ask Me Anything) session today, the Google team takes on Bluetooth. Specifically, if Android O can make it suck less. The team is aware of all the Bluetooth errors and inconsistencies evident on many Android phones and have used a trick they learned while writing the...

This Bluetooth Breathalyzer will keep you out of trouble on Cinco de Mayo

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Posted by Russell Holly on 4 May 2017 12:00 pm
Don't let this be a repeat of St. Patrick's Day. Nobody wants to see that again. Cinco de Mayo, a cherished drinking holiday among people whose only real experience with Spanish outside of High School is saying "Cinco de Mayo" in what they swear is a flawless accent, is on a Friday this year. That means a ton of people are going to leave work on Friday with every intention of not being totally...

Galaxy S8 is the first phone with Bluetooth 5: Here's what it means for you

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Posted by Andrew Martonik on 29 Mar 2017 11:00 am
Samsung Galaxy S8
Samsung is the first to market with an increasingly important spec. As we all analyze the Galaxy S8 and S8+ spec sheet it's easy to skip over some of the smaller things like the jumble of acronyms in the connectivity area. But one thing you shouldn't look beyond is the Bluetooth designation: Samsung's new Galaxy S8 is the first to be released with support for Bluetooth 5. Bluetooth 5 is...

Bluetooth 5 is here with double the speed, four times the range of Bluetooth 4.2

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Posted by Harish Jonnalagadda on 8 Dec 2016 3:58 am
Bluetooth 5
Next-gen Bluetooth will be rolling out in the coming months. Bluetooth 5 was announced in June, and today the Bluetooth Special Interest Group revealed that the spec is now finalized, making it ready for adoption. The new standard offers double the bandwidth, four times the range, and eight times the broadcast message capacity of Bluetooth 4.2.

How to disable auto Bluetooth audio streaming on Samsung Galaxy phones

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Posted by Marc Lagace on 8 Sep 2016 10:30 am
How to disable auto Bluetooth audio streaming on Samsung Galaxy phones
Are you bothered by your music playing every time your Galaxy phone connects to your vehicle's Bluetooth? Here's how to fix it. Owning a Bluetooth-enabled car stereo makes life easier in many ways. Once paired to your Samsung Galaxy phone, you'll be able to quickly connect your phone every time you get in your car and receive phone calls and text messages hands-free while you drive. It also...

Bluetooth 5 will double the speed, quadruple the range of its predecessor

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Posted by John Callaham on 16 Jun 2016 3:22 pm
Bluetooth
The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) have announced the details of Bluetooth 5. The next version of the wireless hardware standard will have double the speeds and four times the range of Bluetooth 4,

Bluetooth 5 will go further and faster than ever; announcement coming June 16

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Posted by Joseph Keller on 10 Jun 2016 11:30 am
Bluetooth 5 will go further and faster than ever; announcement coming June 16
Mark Powell, executive director of the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) has revealed that the group will formally introduce its fifth-generation standard next week in London. Bluetooth 5 is set to see much faster speeds and range over the current Low Energy specification, with a particular emphasis on location services that don't rely on the internet, such as in-store Bluetooth beacons.

Replay: The growing struggle of playback controls via Bluetooth

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Posted by Ara Wagoner on 6 Jun 2016 7:00 pm
Music is the most important function of my phone. No, I am not kidding. It is what I use at work, home, in bed, in the shower and everywhere in between to keep me sane and happy. Music makes me better, and since music is such a large part of my Android experience, there's been a slow decline that I've been painfully aware of over the last few years, and especially the last few months....

How to pair Bluetooth headphones on Android

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Posted by Luke Filipowicz on 12 May 2016 10:13 am
How do I pair Bluetooth headphones with my Android phone? Whether you already have Bluetooth headphones lying around, or you are planning on purchasing a pair, you can easily pair them with your Android device to enjoy all of your favorite sounds. How to turn on Bluetooth on Android How to pair Bluetooth headphones on Android How to turn on Bluetooth on Android Before you can pair anything...

LoHi's waterproof Bluetooth speaker is just $11 with promo code at Amazon

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Posted by Jared DiPane on 11 Dec 2015 7:42 am
Save now on LoHi's Bluetooth speaker
Right now, you can grab the water, shock and dustproof Bluetooth speaker from LoHi for just $11 with coupon code SC4P2KCK at Amazon. That's a savings of $5 from its normal $16 price tag, and makes for a solid deal whether you need one, or are looking for a gift for someone.

Motorola announces the Moto Pulse and Moto Surround, two new Bluetooth headsets available starting today

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Posted by Jared DiPane on 28 Jul 2015 9:47 am
Motorola announces the Moto Pulse and Moto Surround
Motorola has announced two new Bluetooth headsets, the Moto Pulse and Moto Surround. Both sets of headphones are available starting today, with pricing at $59 and $69 respectively. The Moto Pulse offers up to 18 hours of playtime per charge, and fits over the ears. They are great for travel, and fold flat. The Moto Surround is the company's waterproof offering, that fits in the ear. This set...

Hands-on with the Samsung Level Link wireless adapter

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Posted by Brent Zaniewski on 7 Jul 2015 1:15 pm
Samsung Level Link Wireless Adapter
We're no stranger to Bluetooth adapters, but the new Level Link adds a certain style and easy functionality that's refreshing to use with our non-Bluetooth devices. Most folks have at least one gadget that doesn't come packed with Bluetooth, relying on a direct connection to get their audio from one end to the other. Where the Level Link shines is its ability to plug into any 3.5mm audio port...

Hands (and ears) on the Samsung Level On Wireless Headphones

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Posted by Brent Zaniewski on 11 Jun 2015 10:22 am
Samsung Level Wireless Headphones
Whether you're rocking out wired or wireless, these latest on-ear headphones from Samsung provide a comfy fit for extended use and plenty of EQ options to make any audiophile ecstatic. Need a serious boost in audio quality when jamming your mobile tunes? Samsung's Level On Wireless Headphones are awesome for any genre of music and they don't get uncomfortable after those long sessions. Add a...

Fingers on with the Neo Smartpen N2

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Posted by Russell Holly on 11 May 2015 5:06 pm
Neo Smartpen N2
NeoLAB has an Android-friendly pen that lets you bring your physical notes into the digital world. The line between digital and physical gets blurrier every day, but for some folks you can't get rid of either. Taking notes is a perfect example — even though Google has an amazing new handwriting recognition keyboard, for some folks there's no replacement for a real pen and a pad of paper. The...

Samsung announces Level On Wireless and Level Link audio gear, coming to the US in May

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Posted by Andrew Martonik on 29 Apr 2015 12:07 pm
Level On Wireless
Samsung is expanding its Level audio brand with two new models, and they're hitting the U.S. in May. The Level On Wireless is simply a cord-free version of the previously-launched Level On on-ear headphones, which now connect over Bluetooth — just like the current larger Level Overs — and come in four colors. They sport active noise cancellation thanks to an array of six microphones that can...

Valentine's Day Sale: 20% off all Android accessories!

Posted by Brent Zaniewski on 12 Feb 2015 9:06 am
Love is in the air this weekend and so is the scent of sweet savings on all the hottest Android accessories here at Android Central. Why not give your significant other the gift of wireless charging this year? Or, maybe the crystal-clear quality of the latest Bluetooth headphones to spice up their daily workouts. If you're feeling indecisive, protection is always a safe bet—for their Android...

LG's Tone Infinim Bluetooth headset now comes in white gold

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Posted by Harish Jonnalagadda on 19 Jan 2015 4:31 am
LG Tone Infinim Bluetooth headset
LG's wraparound Bluetooth headset, the Tone Infinim (HBS-900), is now available in a white gold color variant. Boasting Harman-Kardon sound, retractable earbuds (with the wires housed in the plastic body) and the ability to read notifications out loud from a connected device, the Tone Infinim stands out from the sea of Bluetooth headsets currently available, as we've noted in our review.

Bluetooth 4.2 will make your connected devices smarter, faster, and more secure

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Posted by Rich Edmonds on 3 Dec 2014 8:57 am
Bluetooth 4.2
The Bluetooth Special Interests Group has shared with the world what Bluetooth 4.2 will bring to connected devices. According to details published by the group, consumers can look forward to improvements with regards to privacy, battery conservation and speed.

Using the LG Tone Infinim (HBS-900) Bluetooth headset

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Posted by Phil Nickinson on 2 Oct 2014 5:06 pm
LG Tone Infinim HBS-900
Harman-Kardon audio is the big-ticket feature, but retractable earbuds may be the best improvement to LG's wraparound headset The best part about the LG Tone Infinim (HBS-900) Bluetooth headset (available from ShopAndroid.com, AT&T, and at Amazon) has nothing to do with its top bullet point, the inclusion of Harman-Kardon sound. No, the most important part of this neck-wraparound device is...

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